Legislative and Public Affairs Analyst

The Red Gate Group is seeking a Legislative and Public Affairs Analyst to support anticipated programming with the Department of War (DoW). This opportunity will provide program support, policy support, and technical assistance services to support Counterdrug (CD)/Counter-Transnational Organized Crime (CTOC)/Counter-Threat Finance (CTF) mission needs of the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), The Joint Staff, Combatant Commands (CCMDs), Military Departments, and Defense Agencies.

This position is contingent upon contract award

Responsibilities

• Analyze congressional legislation, USG policies, and regulatory requirements affecting DoD and interagency efforts to counter global drug trafficking and illicit threat networks that threaten U.S. national security.
• Review and assess DoD legislative proposals for content, technical accuracy, justification, and compliance with applicable policy and guidance related to countering illicit threat networks.
• Prepare congressional notification packages for USG personnel review to support execution of DoD CD/CTOC/CTF programs.

Requirements

• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
• Master's degree from an accredited college/university in a relevant field of study .
• Ten (10) years' experience providing services to senior general/flag officer ranks and/or SES levels within the DoW , other government agencies, or industry corporate equivalents, and will be expected to perform at the level of a mid-range GS-15 equivalent.
• Possess in-depth knowledge of U.S. legislative processes and DoW authorities in order to provide background information and analyses required for DoW personnel to draft proposed changes to governing legislation, prepare congressional testimony and responses to congressional correspondence, and draft agency responses to audit reports from the DoW Inspector General, the Government Accountability Office, and other federal oversight entities.
• Possess exceptional oral and written communication skills, and the ability to translate highly technical information into plain language for effective communication with DoW and other USG staff in the performance of all duties, tasks and services.
• Ability to operate independently, proactively manage requirements, and require minimal government direction to achieve desired outcomes.

Company Description

The Red Gate Group, founded in 2006, is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Company based in Chantilly, VA. As an SDVOSB, the Red Gate Group has established a reputation for delivering quality multi-tiered services in intelligence analysis, strategic planning, program management, policy development, operational design, and technology integration. RGG delivers high-quality, customer-centric solutions around the world-from the foxhole to the highest levels of Government. Our motto, "Making a Difference for Country and Client," reflects our deep commitment to national security and service excellence. As an employer of choice, we offer comprehensive benefits including flexible time off, 11 paid holidays, immediate 401(k) eligibility with a generous match, and full medical, dental, and vision coverage. Our employees enjoy 100% company-paid life insurance and disability benefits, along with professional development assistance for degrees and certifications. We foster a culture of growth and work-life balance, backed by our commitment to supporting both our clients' missions and our employees' success. Join our team and be part of an organization that values both service excellence and employee wellbeing.